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On this episode, we began to discuss Child Abuse and specifically sexual abuse. We answered questions like: what is childhood sexual abuse? What is the difference between indirect and direct sexual abuse? Who are generally the perpetrators of child sexual abuse? What is the course or steps that childhood sexual abuse takes? Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses this topic and answers other l...

We continued our discussion on the Holy Spirit and specifically on the arguments for His Deity. As proof, we looked at the Holy Spirit’s honor, His listing in the Trinity, His works, and His names and words. We also asked, what exactly is the role or work of the Holy Spirit? Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses this topic and answers other listener questions.

We spent this entire episode answering listener questions like: Did Ananias lie to the Holy Spirit because Peter was full of the Holy Spirit? Why do pastors often ignore the Scriptures about speaking in tongues, like 1 Corinthians 14:2 & 39? Is it easier or more difficult for a woman to understand God? Was Jesus born on December 25th? Is it ok for Christians to avoid traditions like Christmas,...

On this episode, we had a guest speaker, Pastor Jerome Martin, discussing the Mark of the Best (Revelation 13:1-18) and questions like: Is the COVID-19 vaccine the mark of the beast? Can a Christian receive the mark of the beast? Can a person receive the mark of the beast and not be aware of it? Listen as Pastor Martin discusses this topic and answers other listener questions.

Pastor Murphy returned to our discussion on the Holy Spirit and reviewed the previously discussed material. Since we established that the Holy Spirit is a person and not merely an influencer, or force, or power, we discussed what kind of person is He? Is the Holy Spirit a created being or an eternal being? What are the arguments for His Deity? We also discussed several listener questions like: Sin...

On this episode, we had a guest speaker, Bro. Nestor Campbell, discussing water baptism and questions like: What is the process of water baptism? What is the significance or meaning of water baptism? What is required for Biblical water baptism to take place? What are the benefits of water baptism? What is the true believer saying or showing when they enter into water baptism? What are some of the...

After several listener questions, we jumped back into our topic on the Holy Spirit and specifically talked about: What Biblical proof is there that the Holy Spirit is a person and not a force? And what Biblical proof is there that the Holy Spirit is Deity along with the Father and Son, as the third person in the Divine Trinity? Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses these questions and more.

We began a new topic tonight about the Holy Spirit and answered questions like: Why is it important to discuss the Holy Spirit? Why is the Holy Spirit also called the “Holy Ghost”? Is the ministry of the Holy Spirit being neglected by the church today? Why have some viewed the Holy Spirit as an impersonal force, influencer, or power? What movements deny the personhood of the Holy Spirit? What Bibl...

On this episode, we wrapped up our discussion on prayer and answered questions like: Are there any lessons we can learn from Jesus’s life in respect to prayer? Is there a connection between prayer and revival in church history? Why does revival tarry? What is some practical advice for someone who wants to start up a prayer life? Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses this topic and answers ot...

We continued our discussion on Prayer and continued looking at the example of the Lord’s Prayer. We also discussed if there is a proper posture for prayer or time of day that we should pray. Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses this topic and answers other listener questions.

On this episode, we continued our discussion on Prayer and continued to answer: Are there any prerequisites to getting prayers answered? We also briefly introduced The Lord’s Prayer and how it is a model for our prayers. Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses this topic and answers other listener questions.

On this episode, we continued our discussion on prayer and answered specifically: What about unanswered prayers, how do we explain them? What are the hinderances to prayer? How do we go about getting prayers answered? Are there prerequisites to answered prayer? Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses this topic and answers other listener questions.

On this episode, we continued our discussion on Prayer and answered questions like: Is the importance of prayer emphasized in Scripture? Are there any specific admonitions given about prayer? What special directives are we given regarding how we should go about praying? What are the specific roles of the members of the Trinity (Father, Son & Holy Spirit) in respect to prayer? What does it mean...

On this episode, we discuss: What is prayer? What words are used in the Old and New Testament for prayer, and what do they mean? What conclusions and assumptions can we make about prayer based on the references found in Scripture? Why is prayer vitally important for the believer? What are some practical suggestions for those interested in starting a meaningful prayer life? Listen as Pastor/Dr. Dav...

On this episode, we continued our discussion on the Providence of God and finished our list of areas where God governs and guides the events of the world towards a divine purpose. We then discussed: How does God’s providential control relate to man’s sinful act? If God is in control of everything, then why is prayer necessary? What is God trying to accomplish through His providence? And what are s...

On this episode, we continued our discussion on the Providence of God and prove how God preserves creation. We also began to see and prove seven areas where God governs and guides the events in the world towards a divine purpose: Control of 1) nature, 2) animal creation, 3) human history, 4) circumstances of individuals lives, and 5) of accidental occurrences of life. Next time we’ll see 6) contro...

On this episode, we discussed the Providence of God, and specifically: What does “providence” mean? What impact does the doctrine of God’s Providence have on Christians and how does it help them? What evidence is there to prove that God is actively involved with this world? Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses this topic and answers other listener questions.

On this episode, we continue our discussion on Forgiveness and answer questions like: How does unforgiveness develop? Why should we forgive? Why is forgiveness so difficult? What does the Bible say should be the Christian's response to those that hurt or offend them? Why are we to forgive our enemies? Does forgiveness absolve us of consequences of our wrong doing? Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy...

On this episode we continued our discussion on the World Mission Society Church of God and discussed exactly and what they believe about the doctrines of God, Christ, the Second Coming, the New Testament Bride and Jerusalem, Feast Days, Sabbath, Man, Baptism, New Covenant Passover, Salvation, and Prayer, and how their beliefs differ from Christianity. We also looked at their affiliates and what is...

On this episode we finished our discussion on Yoga and whether it is compatible with Christianity. We then started discussing the World Mission Society Church of God and why we should focus on this group. We discussed its history, how they see themselves, and what they see as their role in the world. Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses these topics and answers other listener questions.

We continued our discussion on Yoga and defined some of the terms that are uncommon to the English ear, like: yogi, karma, monistic, mudra, mantra, asana, nadi, prana, and kundalini. We also discussed questions like: What are the publications and marketing material for the Yoga movement? What are the different forms of Yoga? Why is Yoga popular in the West? Is Yoga dangerous for the Christian? Wha...

As we continue our series on Cults, we’ll discuss Yoga and how it was started. How does Yoga propose to help man? What are the seven chakras? What are the eight limbs of Yoga? Can you be involved in Yoga naively and still have a negative effect? Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy begins to discuss this topic and answers other listener questions.

We continued our discussion on the Church of Scientology and specifically how their beliefs differ from Christianity in the doctrines of: God, Creation, Man, Christ, Sin, Salvation, Death, and Hell & Punishment. Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses this topic and answers other listener questions.

On this episode, we to discuss religious cults, and specifically on Scientology. We’ll discuss: who started Scientology and how it was started, how large the organization is, what type of people it attracts, its publications, how the organization is structured, other associated organizations or affiliate groups, and the key concepts used by the church. We’ll also see what the Church of Scientology...

On this episode we continue to look at religious cults and specifically at the Christadelphians. We discuss who they are, their founder, their history, their publications, other names that the group goes under, and how they operate. We’ll also compare their specific beliefs to the truth of Biblical standards. Listen as Pastor/Dr. David Murphy discusses this topic and answers other listener questio...